2nd Shift Senior Manufacturing Mechanic

Summary

The Senior Manufacturing Mechanic works in a Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) regulated facility, maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing production equipment to ensure compliance with GMP standards and uninterrupted manufacturing operations. This role directly supports product quality, safety, and operational efficiency. The Senior Mechanic ensures operational excellence, mentors the next generation of mechanics, and plays a critical role in maintaining compliance and reliability across the facility.

Key Responsibilities

• Leads preventive and corrective maintenance programs across manufacturing equipment, utilities, and support systems.
• Troubleshoot complex mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic issues to minimize downtime.
• Reviews and approves maintenance documentation to ensure accuracy and regulatory compliance.
• Mentors and trains junior mechanics, providing technical guidance and performance feedback.
• Coordinates with engineering, production, and quality teams to optimize equipment performance.
• Manages spare parts inventory and recommends strategic procurement.
• Serves as a key contact during audits and inspections, representing maintenance operations.
• Drives continuous improvement projects to enhance reliability, efficiency, and compliance

Cross-Functional Support

• Collaborate with engineering, production, and quality teams to support facility modifications and upgrades.
• Assist with preventive maintenance and emergency repairs across multiple systems.
• Document work performed and maintain accurate records for audits and inspections.

Qualifications

Education and Experience

• Associate’s degree or technical certification in Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering required.
• 5+ years of experience in mechanical or industrial maintenance within a GMP-regulated environment.
• Deep knowledge of cGMP standards, FDA regulations, and safety protocols.
• Proven expertise in troubleshooting advanced equipment systems.
• Strong leadership, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Experience managing audits, inspections, and compliance documentation.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Physical/Work Environment/Expectations

• Shift: 3pm - 12AM
• This position works within a GMP Manufacturing Environment, office environment, and inside the plant
• Must be able to work in controlled environments requiring special gowning
• Will be required to follow gowning requirements and wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) over the head, face, hands, and arms
• No make-up, jewelry, contact lenses, nail polish or artificial fingernails may be worn in these work environments
• Pace may be fast and job completion demands may be high
• While performing the duties the employee is frequently required to sit, stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl; and see, talk, and hear. The employee must occasionally lift or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.